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Approval has been given to investigate the extension of 25 bus routes introduced or improved with the help of council financial support over the last two years, and also to investigate the introduction of up to seven new bus services.

Westmorland and Furness Council and Cumberland Council have launched the Cumbria Digital Infrastructure Strategy 2026–2030.

The service will be providing a new digital platform that will speed up and improve access to services and reduce some of the traditional barriers that people encounter when accessing sexual health clinics.

Westmorland and Furness Council's Cabinet has received an update on developments regarding the Windermere Gateway project.

A Barrow shop has been ordered to remain closed for a further three months following continued criminal activity uncovered by Westmorland and Furness Trading Standards and Cumbria Police.

Westmorland and Furness Council has formally signed the Dying to Work Charter, taking a proactive step to strengthen support for employees diagnosed with terminal illnesses.

This January, Cumbria Fostering is launching a county-wide initiative to challenge the misconceptions that prevent potential carers from stepping forward.

The Windermere ferry will be out of service for up to two weeks next month for maintenance work to extend its working life and improve reliability.

Work is progressing to develop options for the first stages of a major Barrow town centre transformation programme.

The world famous Tour de France is coming to Westmorland and Furness in 2027.